Q: Breast lumps and nursing?

Posted Wednesday, December 19, 2007 11:54 AM

Q: "I have fibrocystic breast disease in both breasts with multiple 'lumps' and I am wondering if this could hinder or cause problems/complications with breastfeeding in any way?" - jonnasue71

Andi Silverman: Everyone’s breasts are different. Some women, who are prone to getting lumps, may have a usually benign condition called fibrocystic breast disease. Any time you find a lump you should see your doctor, just to make sure it isn’t something more serious. As for breastfeeding, the lumps shouldn’t be a complication. You just want to make sure that a lump isn’t a plugged duct that could lead to an infection, so definitely talk to your doctor and a lactation consultant.
 

 Guest breastfeeding expert Andi Silverman is the author of Mama Knows Breast: A Beginners Guide to Breastfeeding and a mother of two. Read her blog at www.mamaknowsbreast.com, and send your questions to experts@thenestbaby.com

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